The Scenic Ride: A Motorcycle Podcast

We’re headed to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to ride the Copper Country Trail National Byway and explore the best riding on the Keweenaw Peninsula. This area is packed with historic mining towns, local food specialities, and remote, rugged natural sites. Hosts Davin (who grew up here), Staci, and Sanna deem it Michigan’s best kept secret, and an incredible place for a motorcycle road trip—as long as you avoid the harsh winter season. Listen for recs on when to visit, where to stop for food, and some bonus advice on visiting Isle Royale National Park.

In the second half of our two-part Route 66 episode, hosts Sanna, Staci, and Davin take you through Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, ending this 2,400-mile journey at the Pacific Ocean. Tune in for some of our favorite stops along the Mother Road, and don’t forget to listen to the first episode in the series for even more planning tips and fun highlights.

Hosts Davin, Staci, and Sanna cover Beartooth Highway—one of America's most breathtaking motorcycle rides—plus its fun sister road, Chief Joseph Highway. From route highlights to insider tips on where to stay, eat, and stop for photos, this episode is packed with essential advice for riders on the hunt for jaw-dropping scenery and epic twisties. Use this episode to plan your next motorcycle trip to Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, and Montana. For visuals and additional info, follow @thescenicride on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.

In this episode, we cover one of the most iconic motorcycle rides in the world: California’s Pacific Coast Highway. Host Sanna, Staci, and Davin share their favorite sections, side quests, restaurants, and viewpoints along PCH, and they also dive into which major tourist attractions are worth stopping at (and where you’ll find the best treats). From the most scenic Taco Bell in the country to the largest herd of wild zebras outside of Africa, you’ll find it all and more in this episode. Use it to plan your next moto road trip! For visuals and additional info, follow @thescenicride on Instagram.

In this episode, we travel to the Peruvian Andes. We chat with Redd Walitzki, who is an artist, adventurer, and full-time traveler who’s spent the last few years slowly meandering through Central and South America on a Royal Enfield Himalayan. We talk about everything from route planning to the scariest things about being a solo traveler to how to afford being on the road full time, and Redd shares some interesting anecdotes from their travels. Follow Redd IG: https://www.instagram.com/explo.reddWebsite: https://www.reddwalitzki.com/ Go Park Yourself shirts: http://thescenicride.com/ Donate to the National Parks Conservation Association: https://www.npca.org/

In this episode, we are headed to the Canadian Rockies to ride Icefields Parkway, the iconic 140-mile road that runs through Banff and Jasper national parks. We also chat with Matt Swedlund from Full Tank Adventures about all our favorite stops along this absolutely breathtaking route. Full Tank Adventures YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FullTankAdventures Information on road closures in Jasper: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper/visit/ouvert-fermee-open-closed Podcast website: https://www.thescenicride.com/

In this episode, we’re celebrating National Road Trip Day by heading to one of the most spectacular states for riding a motorcycle: Alaska. We’re going deep on the Seward Highway, one of only 37 All-American Roads, and the Kenai Peninsula. We also chat with Michelle and Marcus Munro who run Alaska Motorcycle Adventures. If you’ve been dreaming of riding to the Last Frontier but you’re not sure where to start, this episode is packed with inspiration. A few of the stops mentioned: Beluga PointIndian RoadPortage Glacier Road to Whittier (via train track tunnel)Ferry from Whittier to Valdez Kenai Fjords National Park HopePalmer Creek Road Restaurant recs from Michelle and Marcus: “Chair 5 in Girdwood. And I hear that summit Lake lodge is very good, although I can’t confirm. In Seward you have the Highliner, Rays, or Reds Buss for burgers.” “Double Musky in Girdwood is my #2, Dirty Skillet in Hope is my favorite in the state. That ice cream shop in Girdwood is money too.” “If you like Thai food, Woody’s Thai Kitchen in Seward is pretty good.” “Girdwood Brewing Co. has some pretty good food trucks in their parking lot in the summer.” “Seward Brewing Co. and Resurrection Roadhouse in Seward are also awesome!” Just a reminder that these restaurants may have some funky days and times that they are open for business, so check their website/FB first before making plans. Alaska Motorcycle Adventures: https://www.akmotoadv.com/ Podcast website: https://www.thescenicride.com/

Today we are headed to West Texas to ride the incredibly scenic FM 170 and check out Big Bend National Park. Sanna also talks to Staci Wilt of Ride to Food about the best roads, small towns, and places to eat in this part of the country. Ride to Food: https://ridetofood.com/ Boquillas Border Crossing Info: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/planyourvisit/visiting-boquillas.htm America’s Byways: https://fhwaapps.fhwa.dot.gov/bywaysp/ The Scenic Ride Website: https://www.thescenicride.com/ TSR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescenicride

This week, we’re headed to Nevada to explore some of the best riding in the Silver State. Our main focus is the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive in Great Basin National Park. Guest: Kristen Lassen aka @ladylassen. Learn more about Great Basin National Park: https://www.nps.gov/grba Make a reservation to visit the caves: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/251853 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheScenicRide Follow Kristen Lassen: https://www.instagram.com/ladylassen/ Daughters of the Road: https://www.instagram.com/daughtersoftheroad/ Watch Ride to Food’s Nevada video: https://youtu.be/Mwb6dEXAP-E?si=pLAljmNP76AxcgGu